What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

The fastest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville is to fly and train which takes 3h 26m and costs $170 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Airport (DTW) and Merrillville?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville. However, there are services departing from Metro Airport McNamara Terminal and arriving at Merillville, IN via Dearborn and Toledo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit Airport (DTW) and Merrillville?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville. However, there are services departing from Dearborn and arriving at Gary Metro Center via Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

The distance between Detroit Airport (DTW) and Merrillville is 278 miles. The road distance is 241.3 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $85 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville bus from?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dearborn station.

Where do I catch the Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville train from?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dearborn station.

Train or bus from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

The best way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs $120 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville bus arrive?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Toledo station.

What is the time difference between Detroit Airport (DTW) and Merrillville?

Merrillville is 1h behind Detroit Airport (DTW). It is currently 7:12 PM in Detroit Airport (DTW) and 6:12 PM in Merrillville.

Where does the Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville train arrive?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville is 241 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville.

Where can I stay near Merrillville?

There are 117+ hotels available in Merrillville.

Can I share a ride from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Detroit Airport (DTW) and Merrillville. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville - 9 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville by plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
3h 26m
$174–502
Drive 239.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillvillecar 239.9 mi
3h 57m
$44–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dearborn to Kalamazootrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
7h 18m
$87–162
Train
1. Take the train from Dearborn to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl / ...
8h 8m
$125–229
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Detroit-DTW to Merrillvillerideshare 239.9 mi
3h 57m
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
3h 48m
$176–699
Fly to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Millertrain
3h 28m
$111–558
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
5h 49m
$698–1,055
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dearborn to Toledobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Merillville, INbus Cleveland
8h 31m
$45–97

Detroit Airport (DTW) to Merrillville by bus

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Distance: 276.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Detroit Airport (DTW), USA and Merrillville, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Metro Airport McNamara Terminal to Merrillville via Dearborn Transit Center, Dearborn, Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Franklin, Jackson & Dearborn, Van Buren St., and Gary Metro Center in around 8h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Metro Airport McNamara Terminal to Merillville, IN via Dearborn and Toledo in around 8h 31m.

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